Special Team Dispatched to Spread Fire Safety Alerts

…and where the wildfire hazard is particularly dangerous. “Wildfires across the state in September were triple in number compared to our five year September average,” said Mark Wiles, Team Leader….

Longleaf Restoration

…practice completion to NRCS and the practice is then inspected If confirmed and approved, funds for practice are distributed by NRCS Working Lands for Wildlife Working Lands for Wildlife Requirements:…

GFC U&CF Technical Assistance Program

…Provided? You will need to complete a short self-assessment survey for your community that takes about 20 minutes to complete online. The survey helps us to determine what support is…

Wildfire Danger Elevated Across Georgia

wildfire danger and take responsible actions to prevent wildfires from occurring,” said Sorrells. For more information about fire weather, fire safety, and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….

Wildfires on the Rise in Georgia


* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…

Forests for Georgia, Georgia for Forests

…be eligible for the tax relief program. This kind of swift action in support of the forestry community will continue to be important in coming years. View the full report…

Forest Health

…beetle/Laurel Wilt disease. Common concerns include: Diseases (and Helpful Resources) Details about tree diseases common to Georgia: Heterobasidion Root Disease (formerly Annosum Root Disease) – Many Georgia landowners with property…